On Sale / Twelve-Petal Floral Plate - Blue Gray

*We are offering this item at a special sale price as part of our inventory clearance. We hope you will consider it during this opportunity. This small floral plate is made from a coarser white clay that enhances the glaze's subtle hues. The glaze itself is a soft, sophisticated blue-gray, highlighted by delicate crackling. The design features twelve petals, giving the small plate a charming, ruffled appearance. Yet, the presence of the maker's touch imbues it with a simple, honest aesthetic. Its muted colors complement both savory dishes and sweet treats beautifully. Consider it for pickles, stir-fried burdock root, tamagoyaki, cherry tomatoes, dressed vegetables, or simmered hijiki seaweed. It's also perfectly suited for Japanese sweets, small cakes, baked goods, or chocolates. We would be delighted if this piece could add a touch of understated elegance to your table. All stages of creation, from kneading the clay to shaping, bisque firing, glazing, and final firing, are performed by hand. While mass production is not possible, each piece possesses its own unique character, offering the distinct charm of handmade craftsmanship. The item you receive will be identical to the one shown in the product images. The base of the plate has been smoothed with sandpaper to minimize any potential scratching on your table. We continually explore new combinations of clays and glazes, creating a variety of ceramic pieces with diverse colors and shapes. Each piece is unique, bearing a resemblance to others but truly one-of-a-kind. We would be overjoyed if you find a piece that truly speaks to you. We hope you will enjoy the unique atmosphere and texture of ceramics, woven from clay and glaze, as a part of your everyday life. ----- *Size and Weight* Diameter: 12.5cm (approx. 4.9 inches) Height: 1.8cm (approx. 0.7 inches) Weight: 109g (approx. 3.8 oz) ----- *Notes on Purchase and Use* - Due to the porous nature of pottery, colors may seep into the crackles over time, or moisture may emerge from the surface. To address this, we treat all our tableware with a food-safe sealant before shipping, eliminating the need for you to perform a 'water-blocking' treatment (me-dame). This sealant process requires 2-3 days, which is why we have set the shipping period to 5 days from your order. If you prefer not to have the sealant applied, please inform us at the time of purchase. - We strive to ensure product images accurately represent the actual items. However, colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor settings and lighting conditions. Please understand this in advance. - As this item is also sold on other platforms, in the rare event of overlapping purchases, the item will be sold to the customer who completes the purchase process first. We appreciate your understanding. - While microwave (for gentle warming) and dishwasher use is possible, the vibrations from microwaves and high-pressure hot water sprays in dishwashers may accelerate degradation over time. We recommend avoiding their use when possible. - Please refrain from using this item in an oven or over an open flame. - After use, to prevent stains and mold, please wash thoroughly and ensure the item is completely dry before storing it in your cupboard or elsewhere.